Woolard Addition

What Woolard Addition's governing documents say

Woolard Addition is a subdivision of detached single-family homes in Venus, TX (Johnson County). These protective covenants run with the land and bind all lot owners. There is no homeowners association; an Architectural Control Committee (ACC) oversees construction and exterior changes. The covenants do not create common areas or mandatory fees.

• Land use & building type: All lots are for residential use only. Only one detached single-family dwelling per lot, not exceeding two stories. No business or commercial activity is allowed, including home businesses.
• Dwelling size & construction: Minimum living area is 800 sq ft (or per city zoning, whichever applies). Exterior walls must be at least 35% brick/stone/masonry (one document requires 65% masonry). Minimum construction cost in 1981 was $20,000.
• Architectural & exterior approval: All construction, additions, fences, and landscaping must be approved in writing by the ACC before starting. Plans are deemed approved if not acted on within 15 days of submission.
• Fences & walls: No chain-link or wire fences. Fences cannot be closer to any street than the front building line, and cannot exceed 6 feet in height. Only finished side visible from street; must be wood and/or masonry.
• Parking & vehicles: At least 2 off-street parking spaces required. No vehicle over 3/4 ton, motor homes, boats, or trailers may be parked on lots unless concealed inside a garage. No parking on front yards. Inoperable vehicles prohibited.
• Pets & animals: No livestock or poultry. Up to two dogs, cats, or common household pets per lot. Pets must be confined to fenced backyard or dwelling; leashed when off the lot. No commercial breeding.
• Yard maintenance & nuisances: Weeds/grass must not exceed 12 inches. Clothes drying in public view is prohibited. No offensive activity; no dumping of trash. Trash must be in sanitary containers with covers.

Plain-language summary generated from the governing documents on file for this community. It may be incomplete and is not legal advice — read the full documents below or consult the official recorded versions.